Darren MacDonald Funeral Directors Ltd

5 Sarah Gibb 13th May 2022

Darren and his team were just brilliant. They made a very difficult time much easier to cope with. Their compassion, kindness and the gentle way they approached everything was perfect and their attention to detail was also very much appreciated. Would highly recommend them. 

5 Lorraine Babey 11th Feb 2022

As an independent family business, Darren is very much at the helm, and was personally involved at every stage, though I have only good to say about everyone I encountered at the firm, namely Gosia, Chris and Graham. I suppose you would expect a funeral director to be quiet and dignified, but I felt that Darren went over and above, giving me as much time as I needed, answering my questions, and doing so much to help us have the funeral we wanted. Gosia did the flowers, and followed the brief perfectly; we were delighted with the floral tributes and displays. This being the first funeral I have had to deal with, I realised quickly that engaging a funeral director was unlike anything else - it isn't like ringing around making comparisons before buying a car or such like. You probably tend to go with the first one you call. We could not have been happier with the service we received from Darren MacDonald Funeral Directors, and can wholehearted recommend them.

5 Alison Mostyn 21st Dec 2021

We were so pleased to find this company to guide us through a very difficult time. Darren and his lovely wife were so helpful and nothing was too much trouble. The floral wreath that she made for us was amazing as we told her that my husband Simon loved wild flowers and she managed to recreate a wildflower meadow for him which was incredible and perfect. They really go out of their way to make the whole process as easy as possible for which we are eternally grateful. Thank you, dziekuje.

5 Glenys Waite 20th Nov 2021

Everything you need at a very difficult time

5 Rachel Webb 6th Nov 2021

Darren and his team were absolutely fantastic. They were sensitive but efficient. They overcame any hurdles with ease. All the staff dealt with us with empathy and compassion. Highly recommended. Thank you Darren and team for making this painful process as bearable as possible. 

5 Lucy Byng 23rd Oct 2021

I cannot begin to express my appreciation for the caring and dignified service that our family received from Darren and his company. My mother had the funeral that she had requested and every member of the family, those that attended and those that joined us by webcast were touched and impressed by the ceremony. The flowers were beautiful and there was not a moment during the planning stages that I did not feel completely taken care of. Our whole family highly recommend Darren and thank him for making a sorrowful day such a beautiful one for us to cherish in our memories.
Lucy Byng on behalf of the family of Lady Mary Anne Denham

5 Susan Holihan 13th Oct 2021

Excellent support and service from Darren MacDonald and all his team. They supported us with the Funeral Plan for my Mother in Salisbury and provided very caring and reassuring guidance throughout the process with great and sympathetic attention to detail. They were available at all times and very prompt with our requests and organising all our wishes and provided guidance when required. Their in house florist did an amazing job with our Funeral flowers following our bespoke requests. We cannot thank Darren and his team enough for their kindness and support and for providing an affordable and efficient service. Highly recommended.

5 Cynthia Fairclough 2nd Aug 2021

Excellent friendly and professional service throughout.
Nothing was to much trouble to see us through our sad loss
Thank you Darren to you and your team.

5 John Lawrence 13th Jul 2021

Darren and Chris offered a really oersonal service and nothing we asked for was too much trouble. We were recommended to them by three people, two of whom have worked with a number of funeral directors in Salisbury and we were not disappointed.

5 Stephen Want 3rd May 2021

A truly excellent service from start to finish. Darren MacDonald and his team provided the best experience possible, and were supportive and sensitive throughout. They were also extraordinary value in what can be a very expensive business. Thank you. 

5 Michele Cleaver 13th Apr 2021

The personal approach Darren MacDonald and his team gave us was outstanding. We could not have picked better for my father's Funeral. Compassionate, kind and calming, incredibly helpful and nothing was too much trouble. I really felt looked any concerns which were minor were addressed promptly. On the day of the funeral everything was perfectly organised and Darren ensured we were all looked after. The spray of flowers were stunning and uplifting and the thoughtful suggestion of the Union Jack was perfect - something we had not thought to ask. Darren and his team did my father proud and I would not hesitate to recommend the services of Darren MacDonald Funeral Directors. Thank you from all of us.

5 Richard Avery 22nd Feb 2021

Darren provided a compassionate and sensitive service. We had a couple of minor wishes which he incorporated without hitch or fuss. His attitude was professional but relaxed and appropriate. He and Chris kept us fully up to date as the preparations advanced. He liaised very closely with Louise Jopling, the Humanist Celebrant, to provide us with a wonderful woodland burial that was appreciated by all who attended. The costs of the funeral were very reasonable and I would fully and unhesitatingly recommend his services. 

5 James Jordan 9th Feb 2021

Darren and his team were very supportive in looking after my late brother and advise us through the process. Would certainly recommend.

5 Stephen Nobbs 6th Feb 2021

The whole team, especially Darren and Chris have at every point been exceptional, caring , considerate, compassionate. Taking their time with people who are very sad, never feeling pressurised.
The flowers prepared by Darren’s wife were exceptional 
Many thanks

5 Kerri Pitman 31st Jan 2021

Great funeral directions with personal touch. Very caring for each detail and checked many times I was happy with the plans.. I would highly recommend 😊

5 Theresa Lawrie Aston 26th Jan 2021

Even though this is not one of the jobs you ever want to do but working alongside Darren and his team made it bearable. Support, leading, handholding, care, professional.
Everything calm and respectful.
Thank you. Theresa

5 Dylan Olivier 22nd Jan 2021

Darren and his team were lovely, they were compassionate and made the whole process a lot easier.

Thank you Darren 

5 Keith Hill 20th Jan 2021

Superb. Highly recommended. Everything went very smoothly, nothing was too much trouble. Helpful, friendly, empathetic.

5 Dave Gillon 11th Dec 2020

Superbly well-organised throughout the whole process. Supportive and sympathetic approach at all times. I would not hesitate to recommend Darren.

5 Carol Smith 29th Nov 2020

Respectful and quality service, Darren is so compassionate in all aspects

5 Gill Rick 23rd Nov 2020

Kind, considerate, empathetic and honest. Darren made a really difficult time seem more bearable. Great attention to detail. Highly recommended funeral directors.

5 Celeste Collins 8th Nov 2020

Darren and his staff have been kindness itself to me. From the time he came to my house, I have felt that he understood my wishes and did everything to ensure that my husband was cared for and got the funeral he deserved. He gave me all the information I needed, in a situation where there was no close family around and I needed guidance. I would highly recommend Darren MacDonald Funeral  Directors for a kind, caring and professional service, including Martin Shallcross who did justice to my wonderful husband.

5 Revd Molly Fletcher 2nd Oct 2020

Thank you for everything you did for Mrs. Pattle and those of us who cared for her. It was difficult  to arrange her funeral at a distance, but it was in made much easier to say farewell to her because you surrounded us with such an appropriately gracious attitude and a totally reliable service. Thank you all so much.

God bless!

Molly Fletcher

5 Sarah Llewelyn 21st Sep 2020

Darren MacDonalds were brilliant, giving us great support and arranging a beautiful funeral. I recommend them to everyone, thanks

5 Vanessa Bretherton 23rd Jul 2020

Darren helped us really well in our sad time.He was very professional but also easy to talk to with all our questions .We as a family would highly recommend him